Frequently Asked Questions

Courses are offered at the beginner (no knowledge) to advanced levels. We also have courses on special topics and in a variety of formats.

If I have prior knowledge of the language how can I find the most appropriate course for my level

Students beyond the beginner level are asked to take a placement test to determine their level. To request a placement test you need to contact the respective program coordinators Mr. Boualem Yahiaoui (byahiaoui@hbku.edu.qa), French program coordinator, Dr. Jian Zhao (jazhao@hbku.edu.qa), Chinese program coordinator, Mrs. Carmen Kohlfürst (tiigerman@hbku.edu.qa), German Program Coordinator and Mrs. Paula Carrajana (tiiportuguese@hbku.edu.qa), Portuguese Program Coordinator. To request a placement test for Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Turkish and Russian you need to contact the Registration Coordinator at tii.languagecenter@hbku.edu.qa.

What if I am enrolled in the wrong level?

You will be switched to the appropriate language level class.

When do your courses start?

We have three sessions per academic year. Our fall courses start in September and our spring courses start in January. The summer session starts in April.

How often do classes meet?

We offer a variety of course formats. During fall and spring, our regular courses meet twice a week on Sundays and Tuesdays or on Mondays and Wednesdays. Each session is between 1.5 and 2 hours long. Our German intensive courses meet three times a week. Each session is 3 hours. Our Spanish intensive courses meet once a week on Saturday morning. Each session is 3 hours. Our courses on special topics are offered in a variety of formats.

In our summer session we offer intensive courses and courses on special topics. Classes meet two or three times a week. Each session is between 1,5 and 3 hours.

Yes, we offer intensive courses and courses on special topics on Saturday in Chinese French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese

Will I be able to switch to another class?

You will be able to switch to another class if there are still seats in that class.

How can I register for a course?

The first step is to pre-register online after which you need confirm your registration by visiting the TII office to pay your tuition fee. Our office is located in LAS building, first floor. Kindly note that your seat is only confirmed after your payment has been received .We only accept payment by debit or credit card.

Can I pay in installments?

No, the tuition fee should be paid in full before the start of the course.

Can I pay online?

TII does not have the facilities for online payment. We only accept payments by debit or credit card in our office.

Who is eligible for a tuition fee discount? What is your refund & deferral policies?

Does the discount for full-time students apply to high school students?

No, only full-time college students are eligible for a student discount for courses longer than 30 hours.

Where is your location?

We are located in Education City, LAS building near gate 2, First floor. Please, click on the Google map link or use the below map.

How can I secure a gate/student pass?

Security officers require an ID when entering Education City after 6 pm. We are currently working with HBKU to securing ID. We will announce it when it is available. In the meantime, we suggest that students deposit their IDs with the guards at the security gates.